Orange County’s independently-elected Auditor-Controller Eric H. Woolery, CPA, recognized Newport Beach Mayor Pro-Tem Will O’Neill with a coveted Taxpayer Watchdog Award.
“As a Member of Newport Beach’s Finance Committee and City Council, Will O’Neill has actively worked to find aggressive pro-active solutions to looming pension challenges in Newport Beach,” Woolery said. He added, “All communities would benefit from having Watchdogs like Will O’Neill in public leadership keeping a close eye on Taxpayer funds.”

O’Neill, who began championing fiscal responsibility and transparency as a Member of the City of Newport Beach’s Finance Committee, – has continued to provide leadership on financial matters since his election to the City Council in 2016.

“Pro-active attention to pensions are critical as our liabilities continue to grow” said Mayor Pro-Tem O’Neill. He added, “I’m proud of the stance Newport Beach has taken to have the public’s interest and Taxpayer dollars constantly on our minds.”